ITAT Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out for Senior Private Secretary & Private Secretary Posts
ITAT Recruitment 2026: The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), under the Ministry of Law & Justice, has released the official notification for Private Secretary Recruitment 2026. Through this recruitment drive, ITAT will fill 42 vacancies, including 22 posts of Senior Private Secretary and 20 posts of Private Secretary under Advertisement No. F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27. The notification was released on 17 July 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 18 July 2026 to 16 August 2026.
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 18 July 2026
- Online Application Starts: 18 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: To be released
Application Fee
- There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Age Limit
- Candidates must be not more than 35 years of age as on 17 August 2026.
- Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates as per Government rules.
Educational Qualification
Educational and other qualifications for the posts of Senior Private Secretary & Private Secretary are as under:
- i) Degree of a recognized University or equivalent.
- ii) A speed of 120 w.p.m. in English Shorthand.
- iii) Working knowledge of computers, having knowledge to operate upon the software like Microsoft Office, Excel or Page-makers.
Vacancy Total: 42 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Private Secretary | 22 (UR-07, EWS-05, OBC-04, SC-01, ST-05) |
| Private Secretary | 20 (UR-10, EWS-03, OBC-00, SC-05, ST-02) |
Salary Details
- Senior Private Secretary: Pay Level-8, ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 per month
- Private Secretary: Pay Level-7, ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Shorthand and Typing Test
- Personal Interview
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Exam Centers Details
- Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Guwahati, Hyderabad
Exam Pattern
| Test / Stage | Max. Marks | Syllabus |
| Paper-1: General English | 100 Marks | Essay (Min. 250 Words), Letter Writing, Precis Writing, and Grammar. |
| Paper-2: General Knowledge & Reasoning | 100 Marks | General Knowledge / General Studies, Logical Reasoning, and Current Affairs. |
| Skill Test | 100 Marks | English Shorthand : 120 WPM and English Typing : 45 WPM. |
| Personal Interview | 75 Marks | ———— |
How to Apply for ITAT Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply for the ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Visit the official ITAT recruitment portal.
- Complete the online registration process by creating your account.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and other relevant details.
- Select your preferred examination centres by choosing any two stations from the available list.
- Upload self-attested copies of the required documents, including the Matriculation certificate, Graduation degree, and category/caste certificate (if applicable).
- Carefully review all the information entered in the application form before submitting it.
- Submit the application online and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
ITAT Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
FAQs for ITAT Recruitment 2026
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the prescribed date. Age relaxation will be provided to Government servants and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories as per Government rules.
The selection process consists of a Written Examination, Skill Test, and Personal Interview. The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined marks obtained in the Skill Test and Personal Interview.
Applicants must have an English shorthand speed of 120 words per minute (WPM) and an English typing speed of 45 words per minute (WPM).
A total of 42 vacancies have been announced, including 22 posts for Senior Private Secretary and 20 posts for Private Secretary.
